Kagurabachi chapter 61 release date and time, what to expect, and more

Kagurabachi chapter 61 is scheduled to be released on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 12 am JST in Weekly Shonen Jump's third issue for 2025, as per Shueisha's MANGA Plus website. However, due to time zone differences, the chapter will be accessible to most manga enthusiasts on December 15, 2024.

In the previous chapter, the Kamunabi's top-ranked officers discussed their next course of action. Meanwhile, Chihiro woke up in a hospital and learned how he miraculously returned from the dead.

Even though he was given a second chance in life, Chihiro didn't want to stop treading on the path of vengeance. Hence, he teamed up with the Masumi (Makizumi) to form an anti-Samura team. Since how the chapter ended, fans can't wait to know what happens next in Kagurabachi chapter 61.

Kagurabachi chapter 61 release date and time

Chihiro Rokuhira, as seen in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

According to the MANGA Plus site, Kagurabachi chapter 61 will be released on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 12 am JST in Weekly Shonen Jump issue #3. However, because of the varying time zones, manga lovers can read the chapter earlier on Sunday, December 15, 2024.

Here are the release dates and timings for Kagurabachi chapter 61, based on their corresponding time zones:

Time Zones	Date	Time
Pacific Daylight Time	Sunday, December 15	8 am
Eastern Daylight Time	Sunday, December 15	11 am
Greenwich Mean Time	Sunday, December 15	3 pm
Central European Time	Sunday, December 15	4 pm
Indian Standard Time	Sunday, December 15	8:30 pm
Philippine Standard Time	Sunday, December 15	11 pm
Japanese Standard Time	Monday, December 16	12 am
Australian Central Standard Time	Monday, December 16	12:30 am

Where to read Kagurabachi chapter 61?

The Kamunabi members in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

Manga lovers can read Hokazono's Kagurabachi chapter 61 on several Shueisha-affiliated platforms, including the official MANGA Plus app, the MANGA Plus website, the Shonen Jump+ app, and Viz Media's official site.

Only the first and the latest three chapters are accessible for free on these platforms, except on the Shonen Jump+ app, which requires a monetary subscription. Fans must also get subscriptions on the other platforms if they want to read the other chapters.

Kagurabachi chapter 60 recap

The chapter kicks off with a meeting among the top-ranked Kamunabi members, who discuss Samura's actions and how the enemy now has two Enchanted Blades in a usable state. Meanwhile, it is revealed that Hakuri barely recovered to report about Samura and Uruha's conversation.

Hakuri's neural pathways that govern sorcery have been badly damaged. Even though he's under intense care, there's no guarantee that he will recover completely. Besides, one of the Kamunabi members wonders if they should use the Shinuchi against Samura and Hishaku.

Hakuri, as seen in the chapter (Image via Shueisha)

However, a bearded Kamunabi sorcerer reminds them that Samura's owl ability is active. Since its range spreads across the nation, it can detect the spirit energy of an Enchanted Blade. Another Kamunabi member enquires about the remaining sword bearers, and whether they have been relocated.

According to the chapter, Subaru has been relocated along with his Sushi shop. However, the Kamunabi doesn't want to divulge more details regarding the sword bearers. Also, they want to bide more time and see if Hishaku and Samura wear each other out.

Chihiro, as seen in the chapter (Image via Shueisha)

Elsewhere, Chihiro Rokuhira regains consciousness in an infirmary. He learns from Shiba that he truly died. However, his punctured organs were miraculously restored. Shiba speculates it's probably related to one of Tobimune's abilities. At any rate, Samura's action has severed Chihiro's Life Contract with Enten.

Shiba thinks Samura must have wanted to stop Chihiro on his quest for revenge. However, Chihiro doesn't want to stop, not especially after he has spoiled his hands with blood. Rather, he wants to confront Samura and let him know that he too is going to hell. Yet, before that, he requests Shiba to reveal the truth about the war, i.e., the sins they committed.

Just then, the Masumi's Captain enters the room. He informs Chihiro how Hakuri blames himself for Uruha's death. Moreover, Hakuri has requested Masumi to take care of Chihiro. The Masumi's captain is indebted to Hakuri for saving their lives. Meanwhile, Chihiro Rokuhira wonders whether Uruha is truly dead.

Shiba says he has arranged for Uruha's body to be sent to the forensics for an autopsy. Since Chihiro returned to life, he wants to know whether the same miracle occurs with Uruha. However, Shiba urges Chihiro not to keep high hopes.

Shiba hands over the Enten to Chihiro (Image via Shueisha)

Meanwhile, Chihiro Rokuhira doesn't want to believe anything unless he learns the truth. According to the chapter, Chihiro wants to perceive the world with his own eyes.

Shiba realizes there's no point in arguing with Chihiro. He hands over his Enten and warns him that Samura won't spare him a second time. Chihiro promises Shiba that he won't die.

Elsewhere, a Kamunabi official wonders how they can stop Samura. Another higher-up reveals they have the right personnel who can become Samura's nemesis. The chapter ends with a fascinating panel, featuring Chihiro Rokuhira with the Masumi members.

What to expect in Kagurabachi chapter 61? (speculative)

Chihiro and the Masumi (Image via Shueisha)

Given how the latest chapter ended with the revelation that Chihiro Rokuhira has teamed up with the Masumi to confront Samura, Kagurabachi chapter 61 will likely show them in action.

It remains to be seen whether or not the Masumi teaches Chihiro the art of stealth operations. Besides that, Kagurabachi chapter 61 may switch to the Hishaku's perspective, and show them make their next move.